Top 15 Seattle-Area Family Activities for March 2026

Parents, march to it! It’s time to plan out your month of family fun. With spring in sight, be sure to make the most of added daylight with outdoor time, plus some indoor activities for the inevitable soggy days ahead as well. From floral, food and cultural fests to dance and music performances — and everything in between — we’ve got you covered.

1. Chase spring all the way to the fields of Skagit Valley to find over 500 acres of the very symbol of spring itself — cheery yellow daffodils — at the La Conner Daffodil Festival. Bring the whole family to witness a sea of sunshine on foot or by bicycle and snap plenty of photos among the blooms. Mother nature determines the blooming schedule; the festival runs March 1–31.

2. Time to bounce! Join the family Purim festivities at the Stroum Jewish Community Center where you’ll find nearly 1,000 square feet of inflatables, dancing and singing with Baby Jam, Reptile Man, carnival games and more. Save by purchasing tix in advance — $20–$25 kids, $10–$12 adults or $50–$60 for a family pack of five — and show up Sunday, March 1, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.

3. Nerd out with your crew and fellow fans over comics, gaming, anime, and all things pop culture at this year’s Emerald City Comic Con. Star Wars’ Hayden Christensen and Star Trek’s William Shatner will be making appearances at this annual all-ages party taking place Thursday–Sunday, March 5–8; tickets $45–$85 per day for adults; kids’ four-day pass $25 (ages 6–12).

4. Experience the true spirit of community at Lacey’s Cultural Celebration, where you will find the world all in one place. This free fest showcases a variety of cultural traditions through music, art and dance, and features fun activities for kids.  Head to Saint Martin’s University Saturday, March 7, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

5. Bring your budding artistes to Kent Kids’ Arts Day where they will find a whole day of hands-on art and live music performances. Led by professional artists, kids can dig their hands into a wax project or at one of 11 other amazing craft stations. The fun takes place at Kent Commons on Saturday, March 7 from 10 a.m.–3 p.m.; $10 admission per child; adults and ages 2 and younger are free.

6. Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday and inspire young readers at this Seuss-tacular Spring Fling happening on Saturday, March 7, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. at Tacoma’s STAR Center. There will be themed crafts, activities and games in the spirit of everyone’s favorite writer of whimsical rhymes.

7. If you’ve detected a spring in your step lately, that can only mean one thing — it’s time to get out and get moving in the great outdoors! Grab a jacket and depart to a scenic Washington state park on two Discover Pass free days, Monday, March 9, and Thursday, March 19. Head to Bridle Trails, Dash Point or Deception Pass State Park, to name a few.

8. Worried about too much technology in education? Our ParentEd Talks series welcomes neuroscientist and educator, Jared Cooney Horvath, who shares eye-opening impacts of EdTech on learning and attention and offers strategies to strike a healthier balance with digital learning. Tune in live on Tuesday, March 10, noon–1 p.m. or receive the recording to watch anytime. $10 per talk or $50 for the entire 8-talk series. Members of partner schools join for free.

9. Welcome the arrival of spring and celebrate the joyful holiday of Holi at the largest color festival in the Northwest held this year at Redmond City Hall Park. Join the merriment, music and color-throwing fun on Sunday, March 8 from noon–5 p.m. Free admission. Colors and food for purchase.

10. You’ll find it’s easy being green as you celebrate everything Irish this St. Patrick’s Day. Catch the annual parade, marching a new route this year along Alaskan Way from Pier 66 to Pier 58 Saturday, March 14, beginning at 12:30 p.m. Then attend the annual Irish Festival Saturday– Sunday, March 14–15, to be immersed in the music, food, dancing and history of Ireland. Free.

11. Brighten the first day of spring with a free bouquet of the very symbol of the season itself — fresh daffodils grown by local family-run farms. Head to the Pike Place Market on Friday, March 20 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. to claim your bunch (while supplies last).

12. Introduce your youngsters to the pageantry of ballet at a performance just for them! Pacific Northwest Ballet presents its new production, “Momotaro,” adapted from a popular Japanese folk story. Danced by students, the hour-long show is perfect for the whole family. Multiple showtimes Saturdays, March 21 and 28 at McCaw Hall; tickets start at $21.50.

13. Seattle Children’s Museum, local families’ destination for fun and learning, is having a community birthday bash to celebrate its 46th year and you're invited to join the fun! The day will be filled with hands-on art, sensory play, cooking activities and a special appearance by tune-ster, Mr. Bri Guy. Whoop it up, Saturday, March 21, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; $5.

14. Here’s a real no-brainer — budding scientists and anyone with a curious mind won’t want to miss a day of cerebral fun for all ages at Pacific Science Center’s BrainFest, Saturday, March 21, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Compare a T-Rex brain to other animals, meet local neuroscientists and even touch a real brain! Included with admission.

15. Embark on an adventure filled with swordfights, archery and humor as heroes fight for justice. Bring the crew to see “Robin Hood,” a high-energy take on a familiar classic tale brought to the stage by Seattle Children’s Theatre. Opening March 26 and running through May 10, this one-hour production is recommended for ages 8 and older. Tickets start at $27.

Editor’s note: This article is updated every month by ParentMap’s calendar editor, Julie Dodobara, with her favorite new family activities in and around Seattle. It was most recently updated on Feb. 26, 2026, with all new March 2026 events. All event dates, times and locations were cross-checked and verified by our editor. Be sure to come back next month for more ideas!